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October Podicle

If you have never heard of Alexandrite or realised that the Black Prince Ruby in the British Crown Jewels is not in fact a ruby, this GT Podicle is just for you!

Hosts David and Jane focus on two gemstones; namely chrysoberyl and spinel. The first part looks at chrysoberyl highlighting its varieties, particularly the colour-changing alexandrite and the cat's eye chrysoberyl, providing information on their physical properties, geological origins, and global localities like Russia and Brazil. The second part discusses spinel, noting its historical confusion with ruby and detailing its physical characteristics, various colours, and important sources such as Myanmar and Tanzania. Both conclude with pricing comparisons, showing percentage differentials for different quality grades and comparing them to high-value alternatives like ruby and sapphire.

Chrysoberyl & Spinel

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